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“A charming well provisioned cottage in a glorious position for walking around Malham. Plenty of parking space and, most essential, within walking distance if two pubs.”

Mike W, December 2014

“Brilliant place - don't be put off by the drab exterior!”

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“We were two families of three and four respectively, with three children aged 6 - 10. We didn't really know what to expect as it was difficult to find recent reviews online, and the photos looked a bit staged. Also the external appearance in the photos was, well, drab.
**Don't judge a book by its cover**
This place is lovely, absolutely lovely. The owners have decorated and furnished it to a high standard, everything was clean and fresh, the beds were comfy, the kids loved running around inside and out. If we were to go back to the Dales I doubt we'd look to stay anywhere else, it's that good.
The kitchen is new and modern, there's a great washing machine / dryer (essential for Yorkshire weather), and you can use the lockable outbuilding for drying muddy boots and wet coats. There's a shower room off the kitchen and the shower is heavenly! The dining room is plenty big enough for seven of us to sit down in comfort or spread maps out on the table to lan the next day's adventure. There's a door out to the front garden which is a sun trap (if you're lucky enough to see the sun, as we were). The sitting room is down a couple of stone steps and, again, is just really lovely and comfortable.
Upstairs there are two double rooms and two twins, and a bathroom. Beds were really comfy (actually I can only vouch for one bed - it wasn't that sort of group holiday...!) and the bathroom huge.
It's a working farm still so you might see Colin the shepherd / stockman on his ATV during the day, but we never felt overlooked or lacking in any privacy. If you like wildlife you can just sit in the garden and watch redstarts, grey wagtails, tawny owl (we think it roosts in the outbuilding but has the odd habit of flying - and hooting - during the day), even peregrines.
Malham Cove is a short, easy walk but we were as impressed by Gordale Scar. As for local pubs the Lister Arms is fabulous, really good food and beer and very family-friendly (and free WiFi if the children need an iPad fix after walking for miles). The other pub served good food and beer too but isn't as nice as the Lister Arms.
The National Park information centre is well worth a visit for the weather forecast if nothing else - the best bit about Town Head Farm is that there's no mobile signal so you can have a real holiday away from it all, but it does mean you can't get a weather forecast for the next day. Also well worth a visit is Town End Farm Shop and tea room in the next village. Lovely food and very friendly and helpful staff.
Overall we give this five stars as it's a great place for a family holiday.”

Ochapman01, Diss, United Kingdom, August 2014

“Perfect for a family walking holiday”

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“We could not have wished for a better base for our family holiday: plenty of short, varied walks suitable for young children from the door (ours are aged 1-10), with the pubs and cafes close by in the village. The house was very well equipped and furnished to a high standard, with plenty of space in and out for our four children to "scatter". We loved the little welcome gifts too. The only complaint from the children was the lack of wifi, however, we just had to spend more time in the (free wifi) pub, what a shame!”

A FlipKey Verified Reviewer, Northallerton, April 2012

“Comfortable, well equipped farm house in idyllic spot”

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“Amazing situation - this is the nearest building to Malham Cove (an easy stroll away), with pubs, cafes and the odd shop in attractive Malham village. It is a wonderful walking area and also has plenty to do for families and those who are not so active.
We loved the house - the photos don't really do it justice. It is full of character but with all mod. cons. and very tastefully furnished - it was renovated in 2009 for holiday rentals. Kitchen equipment is all good quality and we had everything we needed. We had a minor problem with the heating and were impressed by how quickly the owner responded and sorted it out.”

Marysimpson, Croydon SURREY}, March 2012

“Beautiful cottage in a great location”

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“This is a beautiful and clean cottage - perfect for a family or group of friends. The location is fantastic, on the edge of the village on the path to the cove, but just minutes from pubs, etc. I would definitely recommend this cottage to others”

A FlipKey Verified Reviewer, Stockport, January 2012

“The perfect spot for walking, R&R;, special family time...and a”

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“My family and I booked Town Head Farm for a week for some special family time away from it all. We were absolutely delighted with the cottage and could not believe how well placed the cottage was. You are literally across the road from the approach to Malham Cove and there are a couple of pubs about 5mins walk down the road. The scenery is completely gorgeous, and if walking is your thing, you will be spoilt for choice. You must go to see Gordale Scar...really impressive! The cottage itself was very well equipped indeed. We decided to cook our meals rather than eating out (meals in the pubs are approx 10-15 pounds for a main...and a round of two pints and two halves came to about a tenner) and we found everything we needed in the kitchen. The cookware and crockery was of the best quality! There was plenty of room around the dining room table for 8 adults. If you need any shopping whilst you are out there, there is a Co-op (with free cash point) about 15 mins drive away and Skipton is about half an hours drive. The lounge was comfortable and spacious and everyone said that their bed was more comfy than their own. The little ones with us had plenty of room to run around and the gated garden was a real plus. We were so pleased to see a sturdy stair gate at the top of the stairs. The only little fly in the ointment is that there are three stone steps separating the dining room and the lounge, and a gate to shut those off as well would have been really helpful. I have booked a few Sykes cottages before, and this one comes top of my recommendation list. Immaculately clean, very homely with really lovely furnishings, lots of games, music, Dvds, books, peaceful and quiet but not too remote...just right. Sykes clearly only pick the best places to represent, and I would like to thank and congratulate the owners of this cottage for sharing this great place to stay with people like us. The treats that the owners left for us when we arrived were a very thoughtful touch. If you fancy a break in the Dales, we think Malham has the most spectacular views, and Town Head Farm is highly recommended; good value for money too.”

Mrs_JP_11, Leeds, United Kingdom, October 2011

“The perfect spot for walking, R&R, special family time....and a few pints!”

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“My family and I booked Town Head Farm for a week for some special family time away from it all. We were absolutely delighted with the cottage and could not believe how well placed the cottage was. You are literally across the road from the approach to Malham Cove and there are a couple of pubs about 5mins walk down the road. The scenery is completely gorgeous, and if walking is your thing, you will be spoilt for choice. You must go to see Gordale Scar....really impressive! The cottage itself was very well equipped indeed. We decided to cook our meals rather than eating out (meals in the pubs are approx 10-15 pounds for a main....and a round of two pints and two halves came to about a tenner) and we found everything we needed in the kitchen. The cookware and crockery was of the best quality! There was plenty of room around the dining room table for 8 adults. If you need any shopping whilst you are out there, there is a Co-op (with free cash point) about 15 mins drive away and Skipton is about half an hours drive. The lounge was comfortable and spacious and everyone said that their bed was more comfy than their own. The little ones with us had plenty of room to run around and the gated garden was a real plus. We were so pleased to see a sturdy stair gate at the top of the stairs. The only little fly in the ointment is that there are three stone steps separating the dining room and the lounge, and a gate to shut those off as well would have been really helpful. I have booked a few Sykes cottages before, and this one comes top of my recommendation list. Immaculately clean, very homely with really lovely furnishings, lots of games, music, DVDs, books, peaceful and quiet but not too remote...just right. Sykes clearly only pick the best places to represent, and I would like to thank and congratulate the owners of this cottage for sharing this great place to stay with people like us. The treats that the owners left for us when we arrived were a very thoughtful touch. If you fancy a break in the Dales, we think Malham has the most spectacular views, and Town Head Farm is highly recommended; good value for money too.”

Mrs_JP_11, Leeds, United Kingdom, October 2011

“A Great location to enjoy the beauty of Yorkshire”

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“On our arrival we were greeted by the owner, who explained where everything was.
Due to the cold snap - the oil had not been delivered - no fault of the owner.
We were provided with alternative heating, which resulted in us having a great time.
Would recommend this location and property to everyone who enjoys walking or relaxing.
Facilities second to none.
Great weekend - great value”

A FlipKey Verified Reviewer, Kenilworth, February 2011

“Beautiful House in a Beautiful Location”

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“The photo of the house does not do it justice. The house is very spacious and beautifully decorated. The views from any of the windows are stunning. The Village of Malham itself is a 2 minute walk from the house with 2 pubs that provide excellent food.”

A FlipKey Verified Reviewer, Wolverhampton, January 2011

“Great farmhouse in a great location”

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“We stayed at this farmhouse for a weekend to celebrate my Mother in law's birthday and it was brilliant for our needs. It's easy to find at the end of the village and has loads of car parking space which is good when it sleeps eight! we actually had my little boy on his travel bed to make the party nine but we spoke to the owners in advance who were very helpful in arranging this for us. We have found out in the past at other holiday rentals that there can often be insurance implications for taking more people than the owners suggest so please always check in plenty of time if you have an extra like we did!!
The farmhouse has recently been decorated and has been done so very tastefully and gives a great environment in which to totally relax. There is enough space for eight adults to be comfortable and it's great to have a large dining room to all sit properly together for meals. The kitchenware, tableware and linen provided are all of a high quality and give the impression that somebody has made a significant investment in making this place a great holiday let.
The garden would be a great little sun trap in the summer but as it was January we had some snow and the garden was just big enough with a gentle enough slope for my 2yo son to really get used to the idea of sledging. He also made friends with the farmer next door who invited us to go and look at his sheep who had just lambed and they had great fun waving at each other every time the farmer went past on his quad!!
The village is the ideal typical Dales village. It has everything that you'd need for a weekend stay within walking distance. As you're on the edge of the village you just need to turn left out of the drive and you're immersed in the countryside instantly - bliss! We spent a fair amount of time in the beck 'fishing' with sticks and feeding the ducks. It is shallow and slow enough for children to play safely if supervised and there's lots of interesting things to explore for in the wooded area with small children too.
The only thing that I would've liked that we didn't have was wifi but some people would count it as a bonus not to have it!
We're already planning our next trip to Town Head Farm!”

Customer reviews

“The cottage was spotlessly clean and very comfortable for all 8 of us. The location is perfect and we really enjoyed being able to walk down to the Cove so easily. Having 2 pubs in walking distance was also appreciated for our evening out. Despite the chilly time of year, the cottage was lovely and warm and there was always plenty of hot water.”

Mrs Regan, Findon, February 2015

“A very spacious house. The décor is excellent and the location was perfect for those keen on walking and those keen to wander to the pub. The house was very well heated and there was plenty of parking space. Highly recommended by one and all.”

Mr Jackson, Leeds, January 2015

“The location is perfect! So close to walking to the Cove but also close enough for a short walk to the Pubs etc. Also feels secure but also secluded. House is spacious and warm and modernly kitted out with plenty of parking, we had 4 cars!”

Mr Dixon, Brough, November 2014

“Excellent location. Lovely cottage, cosy and cheerful. Nice big rooms and space for us all to be comfortable.”

Mr Richards, Nottingham, August 2014

“We had a lovely stay at the cottage and it was suited perfectly for our needs. Plenty of room to accommodate 8 without feeling crowded and a good sized garden too! Malham is a home to several awesome Yorkshire Dales attractions including the Tarn, the Cove, Goredale Scar and Janet's Foss as well as a wealth of lovely hay meadows and the cottage is perfectly situated to enjoy them all.”

Mr Procter, Banbury, July 2014

“The cottage was lovely and very welcoming, an excellent cottage with everything you would need for a holiday and more. I would not hesitate in using Sykes again, very professional.”

Mrs Walton, Hebburn, March 2014

“The location is spectacular, couldn't have asked for any better. The property was sensational, felt more like we were borrowing someone's home than staying in a holiday let. Fresh milk was left in the fridge, and tea, coffee and sugar already there. Cleaning products (dishwasher tablets and washing up liquid) were also there. The rooms are huge, and great for socialising. The beds and linen were really comfortable. Downstairs shower was really good and powerful. The farmer next door was really friendly. Great selection of games, books and DVDs.”

Mr Gardham, York, March 2014

“A superb location with walks from the doorstep. A fantastic village with friendly locals and a very pleasant feel to it. The property was spacious and very well maintained to a high standard. Everything that you could want was available and in excellent condition.”

Mr Birch, Bedlington, February 2014

“I enjoyed the location of the cottage in Malham as I had never been to the Yorkshire Dales. Scenery was beautiful and loved walking in the hills. Cottage was as I expected with some uneven floor boards up stairs and wooden beams on some ceilings. It was nice to have been left a welcome bottle of wine and some provisions. The kitchen was well stocked and I was impressed to see Denby crockery in the cupboards!”

Cottage features

Off road parking

Smoke-free

Garden / Patio

Cot available

Highchair available

Pub/shop < 1 mile

Washing machine

Dishwasher

Rating

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Sleeps

8

Bedrooms

4

Bathrooms

2

Pets

No

The property

A fabulous detached Grade II listed farmhouse on the outskirts of Malham, just a few minutes' walk from the famous Malham Cove. Beautifully restored, this impressive Malham cottage combines original features with modern comforts to offer first-class accommodation in a stunning location, in the very heart of the Dales National Park. A particularly fine Malham cottage, Town Head Farm offers a spacious sitting room with feature windows, a dining room, modern kitchen, lovely bedrooms and two bathrooms. The garden at this Malham cottage is ideal for dining alfresco and taking in the views. Perfect for family groups, the accommodation at this Malham cottage is ideally placed to enjoy the many attractions of the Yorkshire Dales at their finest, including two excellent pubs serving fine traditional beers and good food within walking distance. The area offers an abundance of walking trails, Malham Tarn, The Cove and Janet's Foss - a spectacular waterfall. A superb Malham cottage base, full of character, charm and those extra touches that make a memorable holiday.

About the location

MALHAM

Settle 7 miles; Skipton 12 miles.

Situated at the head of Malhamdale amidst superb open limestone countryside, the picturesque village of Malham is a magnet for visitors to the Dales who come to see one of Britain's most impressive natural features - Malham Cove. The Cove consists of a natural cavern or 'amphitheatre' of limestone rock stretching 75 metres in height and 300 metres around the perimeter. A steep walk up man-made steps is rewarded with a superb view across moors and limestone pavements to Malham Tarn - the Pennines' highest natural lake. The village itself has pubs and tearooms and a National Park Centre. Mountain bike hire can be arranged locally. There is excellent walking in all directions, making Malham a great base for a Dales holiday.